Professional knowledge of tea
Tea Masters should possess professional knowledge on various types of tea and food pairing with tea. Knowledge of Food Hygiene and Safety is also important to ensure public health.
Tea Masters
Descriptions & Duties
- Tea Masters are responsible for the entire tea programme, including sales, training and inventory. They prepare tea according to guests’ preferences and provide professional tea service to guests. In addition to providing tea training to the restaurant team, Tea Masters maintain a high cleanliness level in the restaurant and ensure the tableware are correctly placed.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Remarks
Creativity is required for developing and organising special banquets for clients
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Trade Specific Competencies
General Requirements
Academic qualification
Completion of secondary school education
Professional qualification
Tea Master with “Occupational Qualification Certificate on Tea Master” (國家職業茶藝師考試資格證書) issued by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (人力資源及社會保障部) of the People’s Republic of China is preferable.
Experience
3 - 5 years of relevant work experience
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $14,000 – $15,000
Monthly Salary $25,000 – $35,000
Monthly Salary $35,000 – $40,000
Monthly Salary $40,000 – $45,000
Related Education & Training
Degree or above
Higher Diploma
Work Environment
- Tea Master typically works in restaurants or hotels and works full time or sometimes works overtime or irregular hours.
Tools
- Caddies
- ChaZe
- Cup holders
- Heaters
- Kettle
- Saucers
- Tea clips
- Tea cloths
- Tea cups
- Tea pots
- Tea spoons
- Tea tray
- Teaware
